OPC Server Operation Instructions Manual, which introduces the functions and features of OPC Server and the usage methods.
This manual describes the Hilscher OPC Server, an OPC (OLE for Process Control) implementation integrated into the System Configurator. It covers system requirements, installation steps, configuration of tags, online functions, and diagnostic tools for both local and remote operation.
The appendix includes OPC fundamentals, test system information, implementation details, and technical data such as supported fieldbus systems, symbol limits, and compiler version. The document is intended for end‑users and developers who need to set up and operate the OPC Server in industrial environments.
| OPC Server name | HilscherGmbH.CifOpcServer |
|---|---|
| Compiler version | C++ Compiler version 6.0 |
| Maximum symbol length | 32 symbols |
| Maximum description length | 64 symbols |
| Permissible symbol characters | a‑z, A‑Z, numbers and underline (_) |
| Supported fieldbus systems | PROFIBUS‑DP Master/Slave, PROFIBUS‑FMS Master, CANopen Master/Slave, Interbus Master/Slave, DeviceNet Master/Slave, ControlNet Adapter |
The OPC Server supports PROFIBUS‑DP Master/Slave, PROFIBUS‑FMS Master, CANopen Master/Slave, Interbus Master/Slave, DeviceNet Master/Slave, and the ControlNet Adapter.
A symbol can be up to 32 characters long.
The OPC Server was compiled with C++ Compiler version 6.0.
The OPC Server name is HilscherGmbH.CifOpcServer.